Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "Reimagining and Improving Student Education-Federal Student Loan Program Final Regulations".
- Bill Number
- H.J.Res. 189
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Education
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-05-21: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-30T08:07:07Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This joint resolution seeks to block a specific regulation issued by the Department of Education on federal student loans. It uses an existing congressional process to prevent the rule from taking effect.
Key Provisions
- The resolution states that Congress disapproves the Department of Education rule titled "Reimagining and Improving Student Education-Federal Student Loan Program Final Regulations," published in the Federal Register on May 1, 2026 (91 Fed. Reg. 23768).
- The rule is declared to have no force or effect, meaning it cannot be implemented or enforced.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This measure applies the Congressional Review Act (a law in title 5 of the U.S. Code that allows Congress to review and reject certain federal agency rules). It overrides the Department of Education's recent changes to the Federal Student Loan Program by restoring the prior regulatory framework.
Potential Impacts
- On government agencies: The Department of Education would be unable to enforce the new loan program rules, requiring it to operate under previous guidelines.
- On citizens: Borrowers with federal student loans could see no changes in repayment options, forgiveness programs, or program administration that the rule would have introduced.
- On international relations: No direct effects are outlined in the resolution.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Federal student loan borrowers and their families.
- The Department of Education and related agencies handling loan servicing.
- Colleges, universities, and other educational institutions that participate in federal loan programs.
- Members of Congress involved in education and workforce policy.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
This resolution highlights Congress's authority to oversee and reject executive branch regulations through a formal disapproval process. It could affect how federal agencies issue rules in the future and underscores ongoing debates about the balance of power between the legislative and executive branches in education policy.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Cosponsors (61)
Rep. Mannion, John W. [D-NY-22], Rep. Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14], Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3], Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39], Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24], Rep. Grijalva, Adelita S. [D-AZ-7], Rep. Courtney, Joe [D-CT-2], Rep. Lee, Summer L. [D-PA-12], Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5], Rep. Simon, Lateefah [D-CA-12], Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1], Rep. Larson, John B. [D-CT-1], Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12], Rep. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44], Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large], Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4], Rep. Jackson, Jonathan L. [D-IL-1], Rep. Carson, André [D-IN-7], Rep. Garamendi, John [D-CA-8], Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7], Rep. Dexter, Maxine [D-OR-3], Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17], Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20], Rep. Friedman, Laura [D-CA-30], Rep. Carter, Troy A. [D-LA-2], Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6], Rep. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13], Rep. Bynum, Janelle S. [D-OR-5], Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9], Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2], Rep. McClellan, Jennifer L. [D-VA-4], Rep. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-3], Rep. Larsen, Rick [D-WA-2], Rep. Pingree, Chellie [D-ME-1], Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1], Rep. Balint, Becca [D-VT-At Large], Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25], Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50], Rep. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-37], Rep. Pocan, Mark [D-WI-2], Rep. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49], Rep. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3], Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5], Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10], Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13], Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2], Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4], Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15], Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6], Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10] and 11 more
Recent Actions
- 2026-05-21: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 2026-05-21: Introduced in House
- 2026-05-21: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "Reimagining and Improving Student Education-Federal Student Loan Program Final Regulations". — issued 2026-05-21 — PDF (2 pages)